Automotive LEAD Technician

BIG O TIRES - Monteverde Group; Redwood City (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free uniforms

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Vision insurance

401(k) matching

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Job summary

Big O Tires - Monteverde Group is interviewing for an Automotive Lead Service Technician in Redwood City, CA. You will diagnose drivability and electrical systems and mentor a team to raise customer satisfaction.

We offer competitive pay based on experience, health and vision/dental coverage, PTO, holidays, 401(k) with company matching, and clear opportunities for advancement. Join a fast-growing franchise with a team-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Valid automobile driver’s license at all times and ability to pass DMV proof of insurance
• 3–5 years of automotive repair experience or demonstrated skills via third party certificates/assessment
• ASE certification in at least 3 of A1-A8 is required (new hires have up to 2 years to comply)
• Maintains Federal, State and Local certification/license where applicable
• Ability to communicate technical information to non-technical people

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair to Manufacturer specifications
• Background in all aspects of vehicle repair and maintenance including brake and hydraulic systems, diagnostics, exhaust, ignition, electrical, suspension, A/C and computers
• Explain technical diagnoses and needed repairs to non-technical individuals
• Lead the shop: perform vehicle inspections and train fellow technicians/mechanics

Skills

Leadership

Diagnostics

Electrical systems

Communication

Education

Vocational-Technical School program in a related field

ASE certification in at least 3 of A1-A8

Job description

Benefits

• Free uniforms
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts

Big O Tires is currently the quickest growing franchise and Ranked #1 on the Franchise 500!

We are currently interviewing top-notch candidates for Automotive Lead Service Technicians. We offer an excellent compensation and incentive programs within a progressive work environment.

Job Description

The Lead Technician/Mechanic position requires talent and technical expertise to diagnose drivability and electrical systems, while using leadership and mentoring skills in driving a team toward increased customer care and satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair to Mfg. specifications
• Background in all aspects of vehicle repair and maintenance including:
  • Complete brake and hydraulic repair experience
  • Diagnostics, Exhaust systems and troubleshooting background
  • Primary and/or advanced fuel ignition experience
  • Electrical, suspension and alignment, air conditioning and computer systems
• Adequately explain technical diagnoses and needed repairs to non-mechanical individuals
• Shop Leader: Complete Vehicle Inspection Program responsibilities as well as training and assisting fellow technicians/mechanics in performing technical activities.

What BIG O TIRES offers

• Excellent compensation based on proven experience.
• Kaiser Family Health Program / Dental and Vision Care available
• 5 Day work week (Opened 6 Days a Week)
• PTO / Sick Pay
• Paid Vacations / Paid Holidays
• 401K Plan with Matching
• Employee Purchase discounts
• Uniforms Provided
• Opportunities for Advancement

Position Qualifications

• Reading, writing and math skills
• Must have a valid automobile driver’s license at all times and be able to pass a DMV Motor Vehicle reposr for Insurance Coverage
• Must have a minimum 3 to 5 years of automotive repair experience, completion of Vocational-Technical School program in a related field or demonstrated skills via third party certificates/assessment.
• A.S.E. certification in at least 3 (three) of A1-A8 is required. (New hires with external similar qualifications/certifications will have up to 2 years of employment to comply)
• Maintains Federal, State and Local certification/license where applicable.
• Ability to communicate technical information to non-technical people

We are an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, creed, color, age, sex, religion or national origin. We are committed to building a culturally diverse faculty.